The more organized you are, the better prepared you will be when the snow hits the fan.

An excel spreadsheet is also a great and free route to go, just a bit more time consuming and need to be very meticulous with the detail and organization.

So use this for your assumptions. 3) Utilities : Depending on who will pay for this, dont assume RUB + Rent increase at the same time .

Market price is the price people are WILLING to pay for it. if the property is only worth $30k per unit based on NOI  but you have foreigners paying $100k per unit it is truly up to you if you are willing to compete and take a lower ROI. there in lies the rub.. 

The organization, planning, and time management are key things to keep in mind.Also if you tend to be handy and know how to do a lot of stuff, you need to know when to draw the line and just hire it out versus doing it yourself.

Utilities - if a property is showing that the landlord is paying for all utilities, how much can be passed back in RUBS, and how quickly can this happen?  

You can also try vinegar or green rubbing alcohol.

Long story short, I found a huge deal off market and developed good rapport with the owners nephew, who seems to be kind of organizing the deal.

Account Closed, The FEA is the industry support and marketing organization. 

Shop around, it might take a little bit more organization, time and negotiating on your end but will only help you out in your journey!